Let yourself be carried away by PINA, a breathtaking dance film by Wim Wenders about the work and vision of choreographer Pina Bausch. In this visual ode, members of the Tanztheater Wuppertal dance across the Ruhr area, from industrial landscapes to iconic architecture. A moving and enchanting film experience, shown at the special location of the Paradijskerk in Rotterdam.

A breathtaking film by Wim Wenders in which dancers take you on a journey of discovery through the impressive land- and city-scapes of the Ruhr region. The film Pina enters the fascinating world of choreographer Pina Bausch, who founded the renowned interdisciplinary dance ensemble Tanztheater Wuppertal. What was initially intended as a documentary about her life, became – after her sudden passing – a modern dance film where the Tanztheater take their local Wuppertal surroundings as their stage.

The result: a visually stunning and emotive journey, through the coming together of dance and theater. The streets, squares, and landscapes of Wuppertal, the city home to Pina and her art for more than 35 years, are brought to life through her work. Amidst the Wuppertal Suspension Railway, industrial heritage of Zollverein, and the SANAA cube, Pina’s dance art leaps off the screen. An adventurous tribute to the choreographer, the landscape and the power of dance.

This remarkable film deserves a remarkable venue. Pina will be screened in the Paradijskerk on the Nieuwe Binnenweg. The film will be shown with English subtitles.

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Movie PINA
14 June 2025
22:30 – 00:30
Paradijskerk, Nieuwe Binnenweg 25 Rotterdam
Tickets (€ 10,-)

This program is a collaboration between the Day and Night of Architecture Rotterdam, Heilige Huisjes Rotterdam and CineNoord.

About the Day and Night of Architecture

Discover Rotterdam’s architecture from early morning until late into the night with an inspiring programme along the river, from east to west. At any time of the day, you can experience the city in a different way. On Saturday, 14 June, creative makers, architects, entrepreneurs and residents will showcase the city from unique perspectives through tours, workshops, in-depth discussions and performances. For more information and the entire program, see: www.dagvandearchitectuur-rotterdam/en

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